The Role of Social Media in Combating Corruption, Promoting Accountability, and Sustainable Development in Nigeria’s Democracy

This article explores the relevance of social media in tackling corruption in Nigeria’s democracy. Using the constructionist philosophy and the democratic participant theory, it adopts a qualitative research approach utilizing the purposeful sampling method and semi-structured interviews with nine key informants. Thematic analysis of the data confirmed that well-informed citizens are capable of utilizing social media to expose corrupt practices and demand accountability in Nigeria’s democratic government. These efforts promote sustainable national development in line with Goal 16 of the 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals, which is concerned with building peaceful, accountable, and inclusive institutions at all levels of society.